winning over hunger
Welcome to Food5050, the innovative charitable platform dedicated to supporting food banks and ensuring food security through sustainable community fundraising. At Food5050, we run national 50/50 charity draws where half of every pot is awarded to a lucky winner, while the other half directly empowers food banks by purchasing food at wholesale prices from manufacturers.
Join us in our mission to fight hunger sustainably. Participate in the excitement of our draws, follow our ongoing initiatives, and witness the tangible benefits your support brings to communities nationwide. Together, we’re transforming generosity into guaranteed nutrition.
✓ 50/50 Draws
✓ Families Fed
✓ Communities supported
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Food5050 Foundation?
Food5050 Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to supporting food banks sustainably across Canada. We conduct national 50/50 charity draws where 50% of the collected funds directly support registered food banks.
How does the 50/50 charity draw work?
Participants purchase tickets for our draws. Half of the total funds collected go directly to one lucky winner, and the remaining half is used by Food5050 to negotiate discounted food prices directly with manufacturers, ensuring food banks receive maximum support.
Where does the money raised by Food5050 go?
Funds raised are used to purchase food at reduced prices directly from manufacturers, eliminating traditional distribution and markup costs, allowing us to ship food directly to registered food banks.
How can my local food bank join Food5050 Foundation’s network?
If your local food bank wishes to become a registered partner, please reach out through our contact page, and our team will guide you through the simple onboarding process.
Can businesses partner with Food5050 Foundation?
Absolutely! We welcome businesses interested in partnerships, sponsorships, or collaborative initiatives to contact us directly. Together, we can make a substantial impact in reducing food insecurity across Canada.